24 Oyster Lane Colac Bay, Southland District

Some properties are built simply to live in. Others are created from a dream.

Originally from Queenstown, the owners discovered this extraordinary beachfront section at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in Colac Bay, and saw the opportunity to create something very special - a life shaped by the sea, surrounded by nature and away from the pace of everyday life.

What began with a simple garage evolved into a beautifully appointed studio and Airbnb. But after falling completely in love with the location and its lifestyle, the vision grew. They designed and built their dream home - one that embraces its spectacular coastal setting from every angle.
And what a setting it is.

Beachfront living, Southland style

With only very few properties in Southland offering private access directly to the beach, 24 Oyster Lane represents an exceptionally rare opportunity.
A sweeping front lawn leads directly towards the sand, with private access to Trees at Colac Bay, one of Southland's renowned surfing destinations.

Here, your days can begin with sunrise over the ocean, afternoons spent on the beach and evenings listening to the waves roll in. On clear nights, the stars come alive - and occasionally, the aurora puts on a show.

It is the kind of place where you naturally slow down.

Designed around the view

From the moment you arrive, the scale and quality of this property become apparent.

A substantial 10m x 5m garage provides exceptional storage for boats, vehicles, surfboards and all the equipment that comes with coastal living. A second separate double garage, well insulated and double glazed, offers internal access to a beautifully appointed one-bedroom studio complete with its own ensuite - ideal for guests, extended family or Airbnb income.

At the heart of the home is a spectacular open-plan kitchen, dining and living space, framed by expansive windows and high ceilings that capture the ever-changing ocean outlook.

The kitchen is every bit as impressive, featuring engineered stone benchtops with waterfall ends, twin sinks, pull-out pantry and premium Fisher & Paykel appliances including an induction hob, double dish drawers, quad-door fridge/freezer and integrated Panasonic microwave.

A dedicated nook provides practical additional storage, ideal for keeping food, beverages or entertaining essentials close at hand. There is also a separate laundry and guest toilet.

Warmth, comfort & quality

Designed for year-round comfort, the home features R7- 7.4 insulation in walls and underfloor, fully double-glazed thermally broken joinery with Low-E, argon-filled glass, a Wi-Fi-controlled heat pump, Yunca Oscar wood burner and heat-transfer system - ensuring exceptional warmth through every season.

Quality continues underfoot with Coretec scratch-resistant flooring and cork underlay.

A master suite made for the coast

My favourite space is undoubtedly the master suite.

A generous bedroom opens to a large walk-through wardrobe and beautifully finished ensuite, underfloor heating complete with porcelain tiles that replicate the sand and stone of Colac Bay.

Step outside and the coastal setting becomes part of the experience once again - an outdoor bath overlooking the ocean, where morning coffee, evening drinks around the outdoor fire BBQ area and sunsets become part of everyday life.

It is hard to imagine a more romantic place to call home.

Entertain. Escape. Live differently.

Outside, the property continues to deliver with a sheltered entertaining area flowing seamlessly between the main residence, studio and garaging. An outdoor shower is perfect after a morning surf, while woodsheds add practicality to this exceptional coastal retreat.

There is a sense of freedom here that is becoming increasingly difficult to find.

A private beach. A spectacular home. A studio. Exceptional garaging. Ocean views. And a lifestyle that feels more like a permanent holiday. 24 Oyster Lane is not simply a property - it is the realisation of a dream to live differently.

Private inspections are strictly by appointment.

This exceptional property will be offered for sale by Deadline Sale: Closing 4:00pm, 20th of October 2026 (prior offers considered)

If you have been searching for something truly rare - a home where the beach is quite literally on your doorstep - I strongly encourage you to get in touch.

I look forward to helping you make Southland home.

Disclaimer - All prospective purchasers shall complete their own due diligence, seek legal and expert advice and satisfy themselves with respect to information supplied during the marketing of this property, including but not limited to: the floor and land sizes, boundary lines, underground services, along with any scheme plans or consents. Land and floor area measurements are approximate, and boundary lines indicative only. All efforts have been made to source accurate information from reputable sources (i.e. Regional/City councils, Property-Guru, Core Logic etc). We cannot, however, verify its accuracy and suggest this should not replace independent clarification through standard due diligence.